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Q: I'm not a KSU student, but I live in the area. Can I use the KSU library?
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The following services are available to visiting patrons:
Computers
Both Sturgis (Kennesaw) and Johnson (Marietta) libraries have public workstations, labeled as guest computers, that give visiting patrons access to the library catalog and the internet. These computers are available on a first come, first served basis. Guest computers do have webcams.
Sturgis Library - the guest computers are in the first row of the main computer lab on the ground floor.
Johnson Library - the guest computers are directly across from the checkout desk.
More information on guest printing
WiFi
- In your network settings, connect to "KSU Guest."
- Enter the WPA2 passphrase in the dialog box: Where it says "Enter the network security key" type "kennesaw" with all letters in lower case.
- You will be directed to the KSU Guest Wi-Fi Portal in your browser. Click "Click here to create a temporary guest account."
- You will be directed to the Create Account form. Complete the fields, select "I agree to the terms and conditions," and click "Register." You will be redirected back to the KSU Guest WiFi Portal.
- You will then receive an email and SMS containing your temporary guest credentials with the email and phone number provided.
- Enter your guest credentials and click "Sign On."
- You will be required create a new password. Complete the fields and click "Submit."
- You are now connected to the WiFi network.
Note: Guests have limited bandwidth, will only be able to access the Network between 6am and midnight, and are restricted to Internet connectivity through a web browser. Guests will not be able to access the library catalog and digital collections on personal devices.
For more information on connecting to the internet with KSU Guest WiFi, visit the UITS service page.
Borrowing
Residents of Georgia over the age of 18 may request a community borrower's card which provides limited borrowing privileges to the general collection. These privileges do not include remote access to electronic resources or Interlibrary Loan (ILL). Community borrowers may check out up to 5 books at a time for two weeks with 2 two-week renewals allowed.
Library equipment reserves (headphones, calculators, laptops, etc.) are not available to guests or community borrowers.
Directions & Parking
Refer to the Visitor Parking FAQ for information on library parking locations for visitors.
For directions to the library and up-to-date information on parking, visit the KSU's Directions & Parking website.
For more information
For more information visit, call, or email:
Kennesaw: Sturgis Library checkout desk (Ground floor) 470-578-6202
Marietta: Johnson Library checkout desk (Main floor) 470-578-7276
Email: librarycirculation@kennesaw.edu
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